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Term: Leather
Subcategory: General
Definition: A broad term referring to all skins and hides that have been tanned.  Leather is a natural product; most leather is made available as a by-product of the meat industry.  Leather from cows, sheep, pigs and goats are the typical sources of leather.  Other types of leather from sources such as crocodiles and snakes are not as readily available, but they can be purchased in small quantities. 

Referring Terms
thimble Patina Aniline Debossing Embossing Exotics Finishing Grain (Leather) Hair-on-hide Imitation Leather Laser-cut Plated Suede Applique (ceramics)

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